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01/06/2026

💉 Best and worst injection sites for GLP-1 shots

Where you inject matters more than most people realize.

Best injection sites:

📍 Abdomen
Often the most consistent absorption. Easy to rotate and commonly well tolerated.

📍 Thigh
Good option for slower absorption and sometimes fewer side effects for some people.

📍 Back of the upper arm
Works well, especially if injected correctly or with assistance.

What to avoid:

🚫 Injecting the exact same spot repeatedly
Can cause irritation, lumps, and poor absorption.

🚫 Areas with bruises, scars, or soreness
This can worsen side effects and affect how the medication works.

🚫 Injecting too close to the belly button
Stay at least one inch away.

🔄 Rotation is key
Switch sites regularly to reduce irritation and improve consistency.

Small technique details can make a big difference in comfort and results.

If you want guidance on proper injection technique and minimizing side effects, tap the link in our bio.

01/05/2026

🩺 How to know who you can trust when it comes to GLP-1s

Not everyone selling GLP-1s should be.
These are powerful medications, not supplements or trends.

Here’s how to tell if a provider is worth trusting:

✅ They are licensed medical providers
GLP-1s should only be prescribed and managed by qualified clinicians.

🧠 They educate, not just sell
They explain dosing, side effects, expectations, and long-term plans, not just “before and afters.”

📈 They individualize dosing
No one-size-fits-all plans. Your dose should be based on your response, not a sales package.

🩺 They monitor and adjust
Follow-ups, lab awareness, and symptom tracking matter.

🚩 Red flag: promises of fast results with no lifestyle guidance
That’s not healthcare, that’s marketing.

Your health deserves expertise.

At Primal Health and Wellness, our licensed medical providers have guided over 17,000 clients through safe, effective GLP-1 therapy with education, monitoring, and personalized care at every step.

If you’re looking for a provider you can actually trust, tap the link in our bio to get started with Primal Health and Wellness.

01/04/2026

Higher doses don’t automatically mean better results.

Here’s why staying lower often works better:

⚖️ Appetite control without over suppression
Lower doses reduce hunger while still allowing you to eat enough to fuel your body.

🤢 Fewer side effects
Nausea, fatigue, reflux, and dizziness increase as doses rise too quickly.

🏋️ Better muscle protection
Extreme appetite suppression makes it harder to eat protein and train consistently.

🧠 More sustainable long term
The goal is steady progress you can maintain, not rapid loss that backfires.

When increasing makes sense:
📈 hunger and food noise fully return
⏳ progress has truly stalled for weeks
🍽 nutrition and habits are already dialed in
🩺 a provider recommends it

The goal is not the highest dose.
It’s the dose that works best for your body.

If you’re unsure where you should be dosing wise, tap the link in our bio for guidance.

01/04/2026

🔄 If these habits don’t change, weight regain after GLP-1 is very likely

GLP-1 helps people make dramatic health improvements.
But when the medication stops, your habits take over.

If these don’t change, the weight often comes back:

🍽 Portion awareness
If you never learned what appropriate portions feel like, appetite returning can quickly overshoot needs.

🥩 Protein consistency
Low protein intake leads to muscle loss and a slower metabolism, making regain easier.

🏋️ Strength training
Without muscle, your body burns fewer calories at rest. Muscle is what protects long-term results.

⏰ Meal structure
Skipping meals or eating chaotically makes hunger harder to control once GLP support is gone.

🧠 Mindset around food
If food was only controlled by medication and not habits, nothing is there to catch you when appetite returns.

GLP-1 works best when it’s used to build a foundation, not replace one.

If you want help protecting your results long-term, tap the link in our bio.

01/04/2026

Low appetite is expected on GLP-1, but under fueling can stall progress and make you feel awful.

Here’s how to stay nourished without forcing big meals:

🥩 Prioritize protein first
Start meals with protein so you get what you need before fullness hits.

🥛 Use liquid or soft foods
Protein shakes, yogurt, soups, and smoothies go down easier than solid meals.

⏰ Eat smaller meals more often
Think fuel breaks, not full meals. Consistency beats volume.

🍞 Add easy carbs
Toast, fruit, rice, or potatoes provide energy without heaviness.

🧠 Eat by structure, not hunger
Hunger cues are quieter on GLP. A schedule helps prevent under eating.

Fueling properly protects energy, muscle, and long-term results.

If you want help building a GLP-friendly eating routine that works for your body, tap the link in our bio.

01/04/2026

🤢 Best ways to prevent GI side effects on GLP-1

GI symptoms are common, but many are preventable.

Here’s what helps most:

🐢 Eat slowly
Fast eating overwhelms digestion when stomach emptying is slower.

🍽 Keep portions modest
Smaller amounts are easier to tolerate, especially early on.

🍟 Limit greasy and spicy foods
High-fat meals sit longer and trigger nausea and reflux.

💧 Hydrate smart
Sip fluids between meals and include electrolytes.

⏳ Give dose changes time
Side effects often spike after increases and settle with patience.

🥩 Avoid skipping meals
An empty stomach can worsen nausea.

GI side effects don’t mean GLP isn’t right for you.
They usually mean something needs adjusting.

If side effects are getting in the way of progress, tap the link in our bio for guidance.

01/03/2026

💧 Hydration matters on GLP-1, but most people do it wrong

Drinking “more water” isn’t enough on GLP.

Here’s how to hydrate properly:

🚰 Sip consistently, don’t chug
Large amounts at once can worsen fullness and nausea.

🧂 Add electrolytes daily
They help your body absorb fluids and reduce headaches, fatigue, and dizziness.

⏰ Drink between meals
This avoids making meals feel too heavy or uncomfortable.

🍋 Flavor helps
Infused water or herbal teas make sipping easier when thirst cues are low.

📱 Use reminders
GLP-1 can dull thirst signals, so structure beats intuition.

Proper hydration improves energy, digestion, and side effects.

If hydration still feels hard or side effects keep popping up, tap the link in our bio to get personalized guidance.

01/03/2026

🚨 This ONE mistake can cost you months of progress on GLP-1

Most people assume if the scale isn’t moving, they need a higher dose, but…

the real problem could be a lack of fuel.

📉 Under eating
When calories and protein drop too low, your body adapts by slowing fat loss and burning muscle instead.

😴 Energy crashes and stalled workouts
Less fuel means weaker training, lower metabolism, and slower results.

🤢 Worse side effects
Skipping meals often makes nausea, dizziness, and fatigue worse, not better.

GLP-1 lowers appetite, not your nutritional needs.

What to do instead:
🥩 prioritize protein daily
🍽 eat consistently, even if portions are smaller
🏋️ strength train to protect muscle
⏳ give progress time before changing doses

If GLP progress feels stuck, guidance can save you months of frustration.
Tap the link in our bio for support that actually works.

01/02/2026

If greasy foods suddenly wreck your stomach on GLP, it’s not in your head.

Here’s why it happens:

🍽 Digestion is slower
GLP-1 slows stomach emptying, so high-fat foods sit longer and feel heavier.

🤢 Fat delays digestion even more
Greasy meals compound the slowdown, increasing nausea, bloating, and reflux.

⚖️ Portions matter more now
Even small amounts of greasy food can feel like too much.

🍺 Alcohol often makes it worse
Alcohol plus grease is one of the most common nausea triggers on GLP.

What helps:

🥗 choose lighter cooking methods
🍽 keep portions smaller
🐢 eat slowly and stop early
💧 stay hydrated

You don’t have to avoid these foods forever.
You just have to be smarter with them.

If you want help learning how to eat comfortably on GLP, tap the link in our bio.

01/02/2026

Weight regain after GLP doesn’t mean the medication failed.

Here’s what usually causes it:

🍽 Old eating patterns return
Appetite comes back, but habits haven’t changed.

🏋️ Muscle wasn’t built or protected
Less muscle means a slower metabolism once the medication stops.

⏳ No plan for transition
Stopping suddenly without adjusting food, movement, and structure makes rebound more likely.

🧠 Expecting GLP to do all the work
GLP helps, but habits are what keep results.

GLP-1 works best when it’s used to build a foundation, not replace one.

Whether you stay on long term or plan to come off, guidance matters.

If you want help protecting your progress, tap the link in our bio for expert guidance.

01/01/2026

If you plan on or have thought about using GLP-1 in the upcoming year, make sure you come in knowing these 4 things 👇

🧠 It’s a tool, not a magic fix
GLP-1 helps regulate appetite and cravings, but long-term success still comes from habits you build alongside it.

⏳ Results look different for everyone
Some people see changes quickly, others more gradually. Progress isn’t a race and comparisons only create frustration.

🍽 You still need to fuel your body
Lower appetite doesn’t mean lower nutritional needs. Protein, hydration, and balanced meals are essential.

🏋️ Movement matters
Strength training and regular movement help protect muscle, energy, and metabolism while on GLP-1.

Starting with the right expectations makes the journey smoother and more successful.

If you’re considering GLP-1 and want guidance from the start, tap the link in our bio to get EXPERT support from one of our licensed medical professionals with PERSONAL first hand experience! Happy New Year from us at Primal Health + Wellness 😊

01/01/2026

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